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Can You Grow Mango in Illinois?

US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a

Won't grow here

Mangoes cannot survive any frost — outdoor growing is not possible in your zone.

Plant zones

10a–11b

Illinois last frost

early April

Illinois first frost

late October

Days to harvest

Perennial

About Mango

Mangoes are tropical trees that thrive only in frost-free subtropical and tropical climates.

Outdoors only in Zone 10a-11. In all other zones grow a dwarf variety in a large container indoors with a south-facing window or grow light. They rarely fruit indoors but grow as striking houseplants.

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Gardening in Illinois

Illinois has a humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. Chicago is Zone 5b-6a; southern Illinois is warmer at Zone 6-7. Classic Midwest growing region.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Mango in Illinois?

Mangoes cannot survive any frost — outdoor growing is not possible in your zone.

What zone is Illinois?

Illinois spans USDA Zone 5b (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a).

When do you plant Mangos in Illinois?

See the planting guide for Mango — timing depends on your exact frost date.